The I ♥ Cebu blog by Peanut Browas

Aside from the beaches and mountain resorts, Cebu also has numerous hotels featuring all the amenities that allow visitors to have a relaxing stay within the city. These hotels cater not only to local and foreign visitors, they also have guests who live within the city but want to have some time off from work without having to travel far.

Summer Getaways – image source: Sky Waterpark Cebu Facebook Page

Sky Waterpark Cebu

The Sky Waterpark is the first waterpark in the country that is situated on top of a building. It is located on top of J Centre Mall along A.S. Fortuna Street, Mandaue City. The facility features a water playground with pool, an infinity pool, a water house with water elements, and a dining and entertainment area. The guitar-shaped main pool of the waterpark features an island right smack in the middle of the pool, which makes it ideal for parties and get-togethers. Since the Sky Waterpark is on top of a building, it provides guests a magnificent view of the metro Cebu. The place is ideal for people who want to have a relaxing view of the city at night without having to go up the mountains of Cebu.

Summer Getaways – image source: Sky Waterpark Cebu Facebook Page

​While the Sky Waterpark does not have facilities for an overnight stay, guests can stay at the Toyoko Inn Hotel. The 583-room hotel is located right beside the waterpark, which makes it ideal for people who want to have a place to stay after a day of fun at the waterpark.

Summer Getaways – image source: Sky Waterpark Cebu Facebook Page

Crown Regency Hotel and Tower

Another place where you may want to spend some your summer is located right in the middle of the city. Crown Regency Hotel and Tower is a four-star hotel that is conveniently located along Osmeña Boulevard, close to Fuente Osmeña. It offers a one-stop shop for visitors as well as residents of the Queen City of the South who want to have a relaxing summer without having to leave the city. Aside from the 389 guest rooms, the hotel also features numerous dining options and world-class health and wellness facilities. The hotel is also home to the Sky Walk Extreme and the Edge Coaster. You may also want to try the first urban zipline in the world at the hotel.

​Since the Crown Regency Hotel and Tower is located at the heart of the city, you will not have to leave the city to enjoy a relaxing summer in the Queen City of the South. For visitors to Cebu, the hotel is also close to a number of heritage sites of the city.

If you are looking for an infinity pool right in the middle of the Queen City of the South, then Best Western Plus Lex is the place to be. Sitting on the roof deck, the infinity pool of this four-star business hotel gives you a panoramic view of the Queen City of the South. It can be your personal oasis as you take in the beautiful skyline of the city of Cebu. In addition, the hotel has a fitness gym to allow you to sweat it up before taking a dip at the pool. The hotel has 86 guest rooms and suites designed with the comfort of their guests in mind.

Summer Getaways – image source: Best Western Plus Lex Facebook Page

​Strategically located along Escario Street, Best Western Plus Lex is also close to a number of establishments offering a wide variety of dining options. In addition, the hotel is also a stone’s throw away from one of the entertainment centers of the Queen City of the South.

Summer Getaways – image source: Best Western Plus Lex Facebook Page

Cebu Westown Lagoon

There may be instances when you want to stay close to the city but are not keen on staying in the middle of everything. Then you may want to stay at the Cebu Westown Lagoon. Located close to the boundary of Cebu City and Mandaue City, the Cebu Westown Lagoon can be your little paradise in the metro. The place has a waterpark designed for both children and adults. In addition, you can also relax at the heated Jacuzzi pool of the Cebu Westown Lagoon while enjoying your favorite drink. The Dragon Cove can also be an interesting place for the kids and even adults to explore while at the place.

Summer Getaways – image source: Cebu Westown Lagoon Facebook Page

​The Cebu Westown Lagoon also has a number of room options available for its guests. Each room is designed with the comfort of their guests in mind. They offer all the amenities you can find in many of the hotels and resorts in and around the archipelago.